The nasolabial folds are the folds that are superior to the corners of the mouth. While the folds below the corners of the mouth are considered marionette lines. They are brought on by a few sources. With age you lose important volume in your face. This causes the tissues to descend downward or droop. There is also a movement inward with the volume loss. The loss of volume in the cheeks, jaws, and mouth area all contribute to the nasolabial folds getting deeper with age. Another reason for the formation of the nasolabial folds are from the loosening of ligaments within the face which can cause the tissues of the face to sag.
Fillers have become very popular for filling in the nasolabial folds. The results from this approach has shown some promise but they are less than perfect. At time you need other approaches to optimize treatment, consult with our experienced expert Dr. Modir to find out what else is available for you.